Objectives (5 - 7 minutes)

1. Recognize the letter H and its respective sound: Students should be able to identify the letter H and the sound it produces in different words. This includes understanding when the letter H is silent and when it produces the /r/ sound.

2. Differentiate the use of H in words: Students should be able to recognize the use of H in different contexts and words, such as at the beginning of words, in the middle of words, and in compound words.

3. Expand vocabulary with words containing H: Students should be encouraged to build a repertoire of words containing the letter H in order to enrich their vocabulary and enhance their reading and writing skills.

Secondary Objectives

1. Develop pronunciation skills: By learning the sound of H, students will also be improving their pronunciation skills in Portuguese.

2. Enhance reading comprehension: By increasing their vocabulary with words containing the letter H, students will also be improving their reading comprehension.

3. Promote interaction and collaboration: Through group activities, students will have the opportunity to interact and collaborate with each other, promoting the development of social skills.

Introduction (10 - 15 minutes)

1. Review of Previous Content: The teacher starts the lesson by reminding students about the alphabet and the function of letters. He may draw attention to the fact that, although H is a letter in the alphabet, it can have a special sound in some words. (3 - 5 minutes)

2. Problem-Solving Situations:

   • The teacher can present a list of similar words, but with the letter H in different positions, such as 'chave' (key), 'achar' (to find), 'chapa' (plate). He can ask students why the letter H was placed in different positions in these words and what sound it makes. (3 - 5 minutes)
   • Another problem-solving situation could be presenting words that students already know, but without the letter H, and asking them to try to pronounce the word without the letter H, noticing the difference in sound. For example, 'homem' (man) without the letter H sounds like 'ômem'. (3 - 5 minutes)

3. Contextualization: The teacher can explain that the letter H is widely used in the Portuguese language, but its sound can vary depending on the word. He can cite examples of words with H and discuss how the sound of H changes in each of these words. Additionally, the teacher can highlight the importance of knowing how to use the letter H correctly to avoid spelling errors. (2 - 3 minutes)

4. Gaining Attention:

   • To capture students' attention, the teacher can tell the story of how the letter H was incorporated into the alphabet. He can mention that originally, H was not part of the Latin alphabet, but was later added to represent the /r/ sound in some words. (3 - 5 minutes)
   • Another strategy to capture students' attention is to present curiosities about the letter H, such as the fact that in some languages, H is always silent, while in others, like English, it can have different sounds depending on the word. (2 - 3 minutes)

Development (20 - 25 minutes)

1. Theory - Presentation of the letter H and its sound (5 - 7 minutes):

   • The teacher presents the letter H and explains that most of the time, it is silent at the beginning of words in Portuguese, as in 'homem' (man) and 'hora' (hour).
   • However, the teacher should emphasize that in some words, such as 'hoje' (today) and 'hábito' (habit), the letter H is not silent and produces an /r/ sound.
   • To facilitate students' understanding, the teacher can create posters with words containing the letter H and use them as reference during the explanation.

2. Practice - Identifying the sound of H in words (5 - 7 minutes):

   • The teacher presents a series of words containing the letter H and asks students to identify if the H is silent or if it produces the /r/ sound.
   • Students can be divided into groups, and each group can receive a set of words to work on.
   • Then, each group presents their answers to the class, and the teacher checks if the answers are correct.
   • This activity allows students to practice identifying the sound of H in different words and helps solidify the knowledge acquired during the explanation.

3. Theory - H in the middle and at the end of words (5 - 7 minutes):

   • The teacher explains that although most words in Portuguese with H are at the beginning, there are some words where H appears in the middle or at the end.
   • He should provide examples of words, such as 'chá' (tea), 'machado' (axe), and 'milhar' (thousand), and explain that in these cases, H is generally not silent but produces the /r/ sound.
   • The teacher should emphasize that even when H appears in the middle or at the end of words, it can still have a special sound and should not be ignored in pronunciation.

4. Practice - Forming sentences with words containing H (5 - 7 minutes):

   • The teacher proposes an activity in which students must form sentences using words containing the letter H.
   • Each group receives a set of words and must use them to form sentences.
   • Then, each group presents their sentences to the class, and the teacher checks if the sentences are correct and if the H was pronounced correctly.
   • This activity helps students practice using the letter H in different positions in words and enhances their writing and pronunciation skills.

Review (5 - 7 minutes)

1. Review of Learned Content (2 - 3 minutes): The teacher reviews the main points covered during the lesson. He may ask students to recall what the rules are for using H and when it is silent or produces the /r/ sound. This review helps consolidate the knowledge acquired.

2. Connecting Theory with Practice (2 - 3 minutes): The teacher discusses how the presented theory was applied in practice during the activities. He may ask students if they were able to identify the sound of H in words and if they were able to form sentences correctly. This helps reinforce the applicability of what was learned.

3. Reflection on Learning (1 - 2 minutes): The teacher asks students to reflect on what they have learned. He may ask questions like: 'What was the most important thing you learned today?' and 'What questions still need to be answered?' This reflection helps students internalize what was learned and identify any areas of confusion that may need further clarification.

4. Teacher's Feedback (1 - 2 minutes): The teacher provides feedback to students on their performance during the lesson. He may praise students for their achievements and efforts, and offer suggestions for improvement in areas that may need more practice or study. This helps motivate students and guide their future learning.

5. Preparation for the Next Lesson (1 - 2 minutes): The teacher informs students about what will be covered in the next lesson and if there is any study material they should review. He may also provide some study tips or strategies to help students prepare for the next lesson.

Conclusion (3 - 5 minutes)

1. Summary of Contents (1 - 2 minutes): The teacher gives a brief summary of the main points covered during the lesson. He may review the rules for using H, when it is silent and when it produces the /r/ sound, and examples of words that follow these rules. This helps consolidate the knowledge acquired by students.

2. Connection between Theory, Practice, and Applications (1 - 2 minutes): The teacher highlights how the lesson connected the theory about the letter H with the practice of the activities carried out. He may mention how the activities helped students understand and apply the rules for using H. Additionally, the teacher may discuss how the knowledge acquired during the lesson can be applied in everyday reading and writing.

3. Extra Materials (1 minute): The teacher suggests some additional study materials for students who wish to deepen their knowledge of using the letter H. These materials may include videos, interactive games, books, and educational websites. The teacher may also indicate some practice exercises that students can do at home.

4. Importance of the Subject (1 minute): Finally, the teacher emphasizes the importance of the lesson's subject. He explains that the correct use of the letter H is fundamental for the correct understanding of words in Portuguese. Additionally, the teacher may mention that the knowledge acquired during the lesson can help students improve their pronunciation and avoid spelling errors.